Playing With Fire

163 Playfulness, Vulnerability, and Parenting with Abbey & Liam from Evolving Love


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Abbey and Liam approach building conscious relationships in a way that’s refreshing, pragmatic, playful, and authentic, all at once. Their work focuses on creating space for open, real conversations about non-monogamy, and they’re really good at it!!

In this episode, Abbey and Liam share a lot about their journeys, including their gradual, relaxed approach to coming out as non-monogamous, how they prioritize parenting, and how they navigate challenges like jealousy, boundaries, commitment, and communication.

In this episode, we talk about:

— How Abby and Liam gradually came out as non-monogamous to friends and family

— Their experiences balancing non-monogamy and parenting a young child

— The importance of age-appropriate conversations about relationships with kids

— How non-monogamy has enhanced their connection as a couple

— Navigating jealousy, including Liam's "motorbike rule"

— The role of humor and levity in addressing relationship challenges

— How non-monogamy connects to mortality and living life fully

— The value of open communication in relationships

— Unpacking safety concerns vs. attachment fears in setting boundaries

Resources mentioned in this episode:

— The Evolving Love Project podcast

— The Evolving Love Project Substack

— Abbey's upcoming women's retreat in May 2024

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Music: Dance of Felt by ⁠Blue Dot Sessions

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